2019

3-D Modeling Software Available Online
Xsteel, a versatile 3-D modeling system that allows users to create all
types of steel structures, is now being offered on a per user rental basis.
Users can access the software online for $40 per day rather than purchase
the $20,000 desktop license.

Xsteel allows users to build model based steel structure
designs of any size with precision. The model can be shared throughout
design, fabrication and erection processes.

Virtek says this laser technology for flat part quality
control offers ease of use by plant personnel, repeatable accuracy, automatic
documentation for ISO 9001 reporting, the ability to withstand most environmental
conditions and minimal maintenance requirements.

Call: 519-746-3316; fax: 519-746-2696. Circle #253

Handheld Platform Is Cenelec ApprovedDiagnostic Instruments has launched a handheld computing platform
approved by the European Committee of Electrical Standardization (Cenelec).
The instrument is based on the Di-225-PQ mobile computing platform and
utilizes the Windows CE operating system.

Weighing less than 700 g, the Di-225-IS includes a hand
strap and belt clip. A video graphics array touchscreen enables users
to enter data via the display or by using the keypad. The unit also provides
an RS232 connector and cable as well as infrared data connectivity for
remote data transfer.

The manufacturer says Di-225-IS can safely be taken into
potentially explosive environments and is approved for use in petrochemical
plants and mines.

CQC Datalink Provides Data Extraction From ODBCFor use with Stochos statistical process control and statistical quality
control analysis software, the CQC Datalink provides selection of data
from an open database connectivity (ODBC) database for seamless formatting
and integration.

The clinometer's range is ±45° with a 0.01°
resolution and accuracy within two minutes of arc. Display units are push-button
selectable to indicate results in degrees, minutes of arc, mm/m, in./12
in. and mm or in./user defined relative base. All four sides of the anodized
aluminum frame are precision machined to make angle measurement in any
quadrant possible.

Using X-ray fluorescence, electrical resistance and eddy
current test methods, the X-Ray XDLM, the MMS SR and the CU-Scope provide
non-destructive measure of copper coating on PC boards. The CU-scope is
a portable handheld unit while the X-Ray XDLM uses a large 12 x 18 x 20
in. slotted measuring chamber to analyze oversized boards. The MMS SR
is most suited for measuring copper coating thickness on laminates and
multilayers.

M3000 Motor Reduces Internal TemperaturesA new motor designed for high reliability has been launched by ABB.
The company says the M3000 motor for process industries improves cooling
to double the life of bearings and windings.

The motor is intended for the pulp and paper, metals, building
materials, chemical, water and cement industries. With a bearing end shield
and housing featuring 20-30% greater cooling surface than previous motor
generations, the M3000 is able to reduce internal temperature.

The motors are fitted with single port mooring nipples
for bearing monitors and have dedicated areas to fit sensors for continuous
vibration monitoring.

Call: 44-20-8667-9660 (UK); fax: 44-20-8667-9426. Circle
#258

Silicon Thermal's
Powercool system performs thermal testing.

Temperature Testing For SemiconductorsThe Powercool system from Silicon Thermal is an active thermal control
system operating from ­55°C to +130°C. The flexible system
can be used anywhere and eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen, compressed
air and high power facility setups.

Solidworks 2001Plus offers tools to design complex models.
The software allows users to simulate true motion between solid components,
move components in a 3-D design, and calculate the actual contact and
transference of motion from one component to another. Users can also create
large assembly designs with 10,000 parts or more.

The software is available in 10 languages, including traditional
and simplified Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian,
Korean and Spanish.

Portable Calibrator Measures Pressure and TemperatureThe Calys 10 calibrator from AOIP is designed to verify and calibrate
equipment in the laboratory or at industrial locations. Fitted with a
protective housing and quick charge battery, the portable calibrator enables
measurements of all types of temperature sensors within ±0.2% at
process scale. The instrument is equipped with a nine-language user interface.

Measurement and simulation are simultaneous or independent
with a dual display screen. The calculator's applications cover direct
current measurement and emission as well as measurement and simulation
of resistance or temperatures using 25 types of resistive temperature
detectors and thermocouples.

The fully automated instrument measures liquid permeability
by using nonreacting gas to apply pressure on the top of a soaked sample
until all the liquid is displaced from the pores. Pore volume, diameter
and volume distribution are then computed.

The instrument uses no toxic materials and is pollution
free, according to the manufacturer.

The AI is available in ranges from 0-15 to 0-10,000 psi
with gage, absolute, vacuum or compound reference. Accuracy of 0.05% coupled
with a 4.5-digit display resolution makes the AI appropriate for calibrating
pressure measuring equipment. Units of measure are field selectable and
include bar, millibar, Pascal, inches of water or mercury and millimeters
of mercury.

The sensor is manufactured from stainless steel and uses
reliable sensor technology.

Power Meter Measures Fiberoptic Connectors
Ophir Optronics's model PD300-IRG InGaAs power meter features a noise
level of approximately 100 one-quadrillionth watts and is used for making
precision measurements for fiberoptic communication applications.

The power meter head has a built-in optical collimator.
It measures either directly from a laser or through a fiberoptic connector
so parallel and divergent beams can be accurately measured. The aperture
of the head is 3.5 mm.

Signal Processor Records Up to 100 Measurands
Kistler Instrument released the 5015 signal processor for charge output
pressure, force and accelerometer type sensors. It combines the features
of a traditional charge amplifier with a digital measurement meter and
signal analysis instrument.

Features of the 5015 include: an extended measuring range,
digital and bar graph display of measured values, recording and storage
of up to 100 measurands and their statistical evaluation, viewing and
editing.

The 5015 can be used with high impedance, charge mode and
low impedance voltage mode pressure, force and acceleration sensors.